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2005 Jamis Nova · 2004 Jamis Nova

Specification2005 Jamis Nova2004 Jamis Nova
Overview
Model year20052004
BrandJamisJamis
ModelNovaNova
Bicycle typeCyclocrossCyclocross
Archive ID9313692426
Original MSRP$1,099.95$1,049.95
ColorsSlate/Matte BlackSlate/Matte Black
Sizes46cm, 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm46cm, 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm
Weight23.25 lb23 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 631Reynolds 631
Fork—Kinesis Crosslight
Fork materialCarbon fiber/chromoly steerer, unicrown crownAluminum/chrome-moly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano Tiagra TripleShimano Tiagra Triple
ShiftersShimano 105 STI Dual ControlShimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Tiagra Triple, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano Tiagra Triple, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano 105 GSShimano Tiagra GS
CranksetTruVativ Elita, 30/42/52 teethTruVativ Elita, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ ISIS Drive SL, 118mm spindleTruVativ ISIS Drive SL, 118mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsCrank Brothers Egg BeaterRitchey Logic Pro V-3
Brakes
BrakesAvid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control leversAvid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe SAS1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe SAS
HandlebarRitchey Biomax IIRitchey Biomax II
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemRitchey CompRitchey Comp
SaddleFi'zi:k Pave, chrome-moly railsFi'zi:k Pave, chrome-moly rails
SeatpostRitchey Pro Road V2, 27.2mm diameterRitchey Pro Road V2, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano TiagraShimano Tiagra
RimsMavic MA3, 36-holeMavic MA3, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) double-buttedStainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 30c Maxxis Minion700 x 30c Hutchinson ProSeries Gold Elite
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2005 Jamis Nova2004 Jamis Nova
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—72°
Seat-tube angle—73°
Chainstay / rear center—425 mm
Wheelbase—1032 mm
Fork offset / rake—50 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.